The primary research interests of our department are regional anaesthesia, new applications of drugs, specific applications for and potential complications of newer Laryngeal Mask Airway Devices, and High Flow Nasal Oxygen applications.

Key Findings in 2018

A Randomised Control Trial (RCT) is being finalised on a new regional anaesthetic technique: Transmuscular Quardratus Lumborum Block.

Systematic reviews were published in the last two years on the effects of beta-blockade on analgesia, anaesthesia and postoperative nausea and vomiting.

We are close to starting a cadaver study on Laryngeal Mask Airway pressure points.

We are also progressing prospective trials into specific applications for Laryngeal Mask Airway devices.

We are planning an RCT looking into advantages of high flow nasal oxygen in Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangio-Pancreatography (ERCP) procedures.